Janet Catherine Patterson
Granger
Summary
Looking for a challenge to utilize my talent while representing an organization with strong goals and standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Handler
FedEx
Austin
06.2022 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Sorted packages by destination and ensured proper placement in trucks.
- Inspected shipments for damage and reported discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping schedules.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using a forklift, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Used boards and pallets to stack freight at designated locations.
- Inspected shipments for damages or discrepancies prior to loading and unloading.
- Identified damaged products during unloading process and reported them immediately.
- Verified loads against shipping papers, noting in writing any overages, shortages or damages.
- Operated powered industrial equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Scanned and documented freights and assigned appropriate marking labels with identifying information.
Life Insurance Sales Agent
NASB
Nashville
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Educated clients on insurance products and benefits.
- Assisted clients with policy applications and renewals.
- Conducted needs assessments to recommend suitable coverage options.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline sales processes.
- Managed client files and maintained accurate records in systems.
- Researched market trends to stay informed on industry changes.
- Provided comprehensive information on the features, benefits and risks associated with various life insurance plans.
- Coordinated with underwriters and actuaries to ensure timely processing of applications.
Owner
Clean Sweep
Hendersonville
10.2009 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: SouthEastern Building Corporation
- Post construction clean, moving and redecorating model homes.
- SouthEastern Building Corporation
Executive Secretary
Tennessee General Assembly
Nashville
10.2012 - 05.2018
- Under the general direction and supervision performs a full range of administrative and office support duties for a member of the Senate with independent judgment in establishing work priorities and schedules.
- Managed executive schedules and coordinated meeting logistics for legislative sessions.
- Drafted and edited correspondence for state representatives and legislative committees.
- Maintained detailed records of legislative activities and constituent communications.
- Assisted in preparing agendas and materials for committee meetings and public hearings.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for elected officials attending state functions.
- Served as a liaison between constituents and government offices to address inquiries.
- Organized events including town halls, briefings, and community outreach initiatives.
- Implemented filing systems to ensure easy access to important legislative documents.
- Managed calendar of appointments for executives; scheduled appointments with internal and external contacts.
- Responsible for maintaining confidential files pertaining to executive operations.
- Greeted and directed visitors, answered phone calls, and provided general administrative support.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations, reports, memos, letters, and other documents as needed.
- Facilitated communication between executives and other departments within the organization.
Community Outreach Representative
Health Spring
Nashville
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Assigned the Southwest Region of Middle Tennessee in meeting the needs of our senior clientele, such as: planning events, participating in fundraisers & health fairs, teaching health awareness, sitting on the board of Senior Citizens Inc. and Bellevue YMCA in an effort to create different ways of accommodating seniors in our community.
Executive Administrative Assistant-Commercial Sales
Health Spring
Nashville
09.2004 - 05.2006
- Assist Vice President of sales & sales staff in duties such as; track and report all broker commission checks, licensing, W-9 forms, state issue and all files in order. Sales department time sheets, expense reports, commission reports, organizational charts, sales licensing, order office supplies & equipment, manage broker files and licensing, keep appointment calendar, book meetings, order supplies earned my sales license.
Enrollment Specialist
HealthSpring
Nashville
09.2003 - 09.2004
- Enroll/specializing in EPO groups, auditing, research member information, knowledge of Hippa guidelines, problem solving.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications/Speech
Tennessee State University
01.2001
Skills
- Sales in former years include radio sales and broadcasting
Extracurricular Activities
In training for bodybuilding in becoming a competitor of Grand Masters, 2020-present Tennessee Highway Patrol Citizen training class graduate, 2014 Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Citizen training graduate, 2014 Tennessee Department of Correctional Services Citizen training graduate, 2014
References
References upon request
Philanthropy
Tying Us Together, Philanthropy working in conjunction with the Director of Nashville Rescue Mission creating a fundraiser in memory of my husband William M. Patterson., 11/01/04, Nashville, TN
Timeline
Freight Handler
FedEx
06.2022 - Current
Life Insurance Sales Agent
NASB
05.2019 - 05.2020
Executive Secretary
Tennessee General Assembly
10.2012 - 05.2018
Owner
Clean Sweep
10.2009 - 01.2019
Community Outreach Representative
Health Spring
05.2006 - 01.2008
Executive Administrative Assistant-Commercial Sales
Health Spring
09.2004 - 05.2006
Enrollment Specialist
HealthSpring
09.2003 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Science - Communications/Speech
Tennessee State University